Birchbox October 2012

[MollyC2153]

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif

LOL Reminds me of how at fast food restaurants the pictures of the cheeseburgers are so big and juicy and all of the toppings are placed perfectly on the bun, then you what you get is a flat greasy pancake burger with one pickle and a wimpy piece of lettuce.

and now I want a pickle... or some chicken tenders... or fries.. damnit Katie

 

[keelyknowsbest]

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

"Just got an email with my birchbox points & checked my account.  They gave me 100 points for October box shipping late.  Woo hoo!! "

Nice thats $10 bucks to spend.

Hmmm...when did your box ship? Or has it not shipped yet? 

 

[spmblueeyez]

Originally Posted by keelyknowsbest /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Hmmm...when did your box ship? Or has it not shipped yet? 

I was wondering the same...my accounts have updated with tracking info as of today, but still no email, and definitely no 100 points credited to my accounts!

 

[KatiebuglovesBB]

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif

LOL Reminds me of how at fast food restaurants the pictures of the cheeseburgers are so big and juicy and all of the toppings are placed perfectly on the bun, then you what you get is a flat greasy pancake burger with one pickle and a wimpy piece of lettuce.

THIS!!!! hahaha. Like the time Wendys made the Hot N Juicy look so damn appetizing so I went and got one... that b**** was soo soggy and gross I threw it away after 1 bite!!!

and don't get me started on their perfectly wavy bacon pictures..........

 

[prachisrk]

I'm supposed to get those vitamins. I'll gladly trade you for it - will pm you once I actually get them

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Does anyone know the size and $$ value of the vitamins? I will happily trade or pay someone in paypal for them.

 

[diana16]

Took me forever to read all these posts lol /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> i got my shipping email yesterday and my tracking # still hasnt updated but I hope to get it soon

 

[libbs07]

According to my Birchbox account, I am supposed to be getting Box #3. I was really hoping for an essie polish, but I will try everything I get nonetheless. Has anybody actually received this box yet? I'm interested to see what the size of the lip gloss is going to be.

 

[classybroad]

Originally Posted by prachisrk /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I'm supposed to get those vitamins. I'll gladly trade you for it - will pm you once I actually get them

Thank you very much. I work for a vitamin co- so I always like to see new vitamins.

 

[meetcutecrystal]

My POV: Box 10 is okay.

I am getting the Eve Lom foil packet and muslin cloth. Score. We never get the matching set of anything unless its a shampoo and conditioner foil packet duo. I have never tried Eve Lom products because I have a normal size disposable income. I figure I can get 2 or 3 uses out of a packet. I am really excited to try the muslin cloth. If I can find something that exfoliates my skin without a lot of harsh chemicals I am in. I would never just buy a pack to try it out. That is way out of my normal Sephora comfort zone.

The Jouer sample is going in my stocking stuffer box. My mom and sister will get my castoffs and be thrilled. My mom subs to BB but is always asking for what I get. My little sister doesn't sub at all. She would find a stocking full of minis to be a pot of gold. Plus now I don't have to go to one more store in December. I have a lot of stuff in this box.

The Orofluido is freaking awesome. Travel size, but a good sample. I have weird hair that loves one thing and hates the exact same type of product in another brand. I am always looking to try something new. I have heard good things about this brand.

Luna Bars are good when you are at the hungry point of your day. It can go either way. Your really busy and can't stop to eat. You have something in your purse and eat it. No one gets hurt. Thats an extra dollar I have in my wallet. Gonna buy a lottery ticket.

Caudalie Serum. I am looking for my holy grail eye cream. I am 30, Birchbox aged 25. I protect my skin like a ninja. I am always hopeful this cream will be the one.

I have had really crappy boxes but I always figure that I would have spent my money on something stupid anyway. I like getting a present in the mail that I have only a little control over. 

 

[murflegirl]

No points for me, my box just shipped today according to the email. But it hasn't updated or anything. Hmmmm...

The tracking has been in my account for a week and no updates from that.

 

[Scooby Dynamite]

Originally Posted by KatiebuglovesBB /img/forum/go_quote.gif


THIS!!!! hahaha. Like the time Wendys made the Hot N Juicy look so damn appetizing so I went and got one... that b**** was soo soggy and gross I threw it away after 1 bite!!!

and don't get me started on their perfectly wavy bacon pictures..........

This made me LOl! I worked at several Wendy's growing up so I know all about that haha

 

[tiff1002]

Wow that is amazing! That is the main reason I stay in Birchbox.  The points system is excellent and adds up fast!

 

[Alycia]

no shipping, no points hmph!

 

[l0ser_dust]

Opted in for Goop... Still no shipping update, and was sent an email 2 days ago that it had shipped. According to the site I'm getting: 

Kiehl's Orange Flower and Lychee Body  Cleaner

Joanna Vargas Daily Serum 

Naked Princess Naked Shine Luscious Lip Gloss (very name for no reason lol) 

LUNABAR that I'm sure we are all SO ECSTATIC about

Essie Fall Picks nail polish 

I was really really REALLY hoping (maybe even praying haha) for the beauty blender... I've been wanting to try it for SO LONG!! 

 If anyone would want to trade their beauty blender for any of the above, (maybe even trade it for two items above depending on which two) let me know. 

Not looking forward to this box since the ONLY thing that I would ever enjoy from this box would be the nail polish, but I'm a nursing student and we can't really wear too much color for our clinicals 

 

[tiff1002]

Originally Posted by quene8106 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


so much for it being "hand-picked". just like i don't believe that shoedazzle and justfab have real life "stylists" selecting shoes for you each month. it's all computers ladies and gentlemen...

Yes, everything is done by algorithms from LBB exchanges to ShoeDazzle to Birchbox.

 

[brio444]

Originally Posted by KatiebuglovesBB /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Ok this depresses me. I want that box this month.

I REALLY think that since Birchbox decided to remove the "4-5 deluxe samples" description from their page, it would only be fair that they remove those BEAUTIFULLY misleading box examples from the front pages as well:

WHEN was the last time boxes looked like this? Every sample is a great size. Not a foil packet in sight.

*sigh*

I think I've posted some of my boxes from the good ole days before, but...

(Apparently I don't have permission to upload a picture? Weird)

Feb 2011 - big deluxe size Nars orgasm illuminator, deluxe/travel size Befine exfoliating cleanser, deluxe size Bare Minerals mascara, deluze sample (small, but you use two drops at a time) Oscar Blandi olio Jasmine hair serum and as a lifestyle bonus, Sweetriot dark chocolate covered cacao nibs (usually about $3 a package and NOT available in the drugstore - I'm looking at YOU Luna)

March 2011 -at least deluxe (maybe full - it does actually connect to the full-size Jouer things) Jouer tint and highlighter compact; deluxe Befine night cream (like the tube is about 3+ inches long), travel size Marvis toothpaste and a perfume vial.  

April 2011 - Juice beauty green apple peel, deluxe sized, deluxe size Weleda rose facial lotion, deluxe sample Juice beauty stem cell eye repair, mini Zoya, perfume sample.

May 2011 - travel size Ahava mineral body lotion; Joue LMT (I don't remember how this came - I actually think it was a collection of packets in the little folder they send, but have no idea); Jouer moisture gloss - same baby sample size we get currently, perfume vial, DDF wrinkle resist plus - deluxe sample tube.

June 2011 - Herben essentials towelettes (2), xen-tan tanner, travel size tube, perfume vial, kiehl's ultra facial oil free lotion - travel size - I still have this - the bottle is like 3 inches tall, Laura Geller baked blush and brighten - I think this was full sized, if not a very generous travel size.  

So... yeah.  All my early boxes were primarily travel or really deluxe sizes.  I wish I could just paste the stupid pictures.   

 

[VegasLover75]

Originally Posted by keelyknowsbest /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Hmmm...when did your box ship? Or has it not shipped yet? 

It is not shipping until Oct 13th

 

[VegasLover75]

Hi there,

Unfortunately, your October Birchbox ran into a shipping snafu! Your box will ship by Saturday, October 13 with the original tracking we sent you previously (we've included it again below for your reference). We're sorry for the inconvenience and we've added 100 Birchbox points to your account. Remember, 100 points equals $10 toward any full-size products in the Birchbox Shop. 

 

[jewelsme]

I'm in Indiana and mine isn't getting here until the 15th.

 

[plutorayz]

Originally Posted by amidea /img/forum/go_quote.gif

unfortunately if i remember correctly the mary lou manizer is quite a bit smaller than this.  the box is smaller and then the pan is only a portion of the box.

I actually posted again after that with someone else's spoiler filled post. Notice I said it was similar in size (ie like 2 inches, thinner). As you can see in the following thread link.

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/128988/birchbox-october-2012/1350#post_1947711